Kordanor reviewed Queen's Wish 2: The Tormentor:

Queens Wish 2 - A worthy Successor? - Review [EN] by Kordanor

Fextralife summarizes last week's RPG news:

Diablo 4 No Plans for Xbox Game Pass, Remnant 2 The Handler Class - Top RPG News MAR 19, 2023

0:00 - Top RPG News of the Week
0:04 - Wild Hearts New Kemono Update
1:21 - Wayfinder Endgame and Itemization Interview
2:29 - The Last Spell RPG, Roguelite and Strategy Tactics
3:32 - ESO Scribes of Fate DLC
4:32 - Top PlayStation Downloads
5:51 - Remnant 2 The Handler Class
7:06 - Diablo 4 Xbox Game Pass?
8:18 - Atlas Fallen Gameplay Details

The Early Access version of The Black Grimoire: Cursebreaker has been released:

The Black Grimoire: Cursebreaker

The Black Grimoire: Cursebreaker is a medieval fantasy adventure RPG inspired by the ‘oldschool’ atmosphere of adventure games of the past. Journey through a sprawling open world, converse with its many inhabitants and unravel the story of Rothar Aercrest – the cursed lord to the remote woodlands of Imberthale. Increase your power by advancing your skill levels and acquiring powerful items, unlocking special attacks and spells which will aid your way in defeating the worst monsters that lurk in the remote corners of the world. Choose your own playstyle and take your place as the most powerful adventurer to walk the lands!

Variety of quests with deep writing.

• Numerous weapons and spells to employ in strategic combat.
• Permanent choices that affect gameplay.
• Large open world that rewards exploration.
• Skills & Crafting systems that offer freedom of playstyle.
• Customizable player houses to rest your weary bones.
• Social multiplayer - meet other players in towns, taverns etc.

Story
Tired of ‘epic tales’ of ‘world ending proportions’, Cursebreaker offers stories of human pettiness, revenge and greed - all the good stuff. In this game you're not yet another 'chosen one' destined to save all life from impending doom and gloom. Instead, you're Lord Rothar Aercrest - the feudal ruler to the remote woodlands of Imberthale. Or at least you used to be...

One fateful day your path crosses that of a dark wizard, Gabrius, who appears to be both tremendously powerful and frightfully malicious. Consequently you soon find yourself caught within a mortal feud between two powerful wielders of magic, all the while bound by a curse you desperately need to break free from.

If Lord Rothar is to know peace again, Gabrius must surely die. That might not prove to be such a simple task. After all, what is death besides a mere nuisance to the master of the Black Grimoire?

Permanent Choices
In Cursebreaker there’s no loading a save from a previous point in a playthrough, so the choices you are presented with tend to be permanent and can’t be taken back. Should you die in combat, you will simply continue at the nearest resurrection point, potentially having lost some of the valuables you may have been carrying. However, under normal settings dying should be relatively effortless to avoid - there are plenty of potions and other tools to guard against it. You may also find scavengers out in the world, who might be willing to sell any lost belongings back to you.

Skills-based Progression
Character progression in Cursebreaker is tied to the various skills you can advance. Every interaction in game tends to give experience in some skill area and gaining higher skill levels will unlock appropriate interactions and abilities. While fighting enemies in close combat, for example, you might expect your Offence and Defence skills to increase. As they do, you unlock new passive and activated abilities, can wield more sophisticated weapon and armor pieces and gain access to new traits from the appropriate trainers.

The spellbook offers a large variety of both combat and non-combat utility. Finding and learning new spells may prove a challenge in itself, and casting more demanding spells will require preparation, such as gathering specific ingredients. Feel free to create your own playstyle by using any combination of ranged and melee weapons and spells!

Chopping trees not only gives you crafting materials but also increases your skill in Woodsmanship, which may give you access to hidden areas in the wild and help you fight beasts. Similarly, you can advance Alchemy by finding and picking special herbs and crafting simple potions, but you will also be able to make bombs, poisons and more.

Every skill should provide you with something unique and be worthwhile to practice. Advancing skills may also unlock hidden options when interacting with objects and NPCs in game. Available skills currently in game include Attack, Defence, Archery, Sorcery, Smithing, Crafting, Tailoring, Alchemy, Mining, Woodsmanship, Fishing and Cooking.

Social Multiplayer
We aim to provide what we call social multiplayer in Cursebreaker; this means you will be able to see your friends and other adventurers online in some areas of the game, but the interactions are limited to social functions only. You’ll be able to chat with them and inspect the equipment they’re wearing, but you won’t be able to trade with them or otherwise engage in gameplay-related activities with them. You can also opt out of the multiplayer in settings if you don't care for it.

Splattercatgaming checked out the demo of the open-world RPG Ardenfall:

The Newest Open World Medieval Fantasy RPG - Ardenfall

The final free episode of Citizen Sleeper will be released on Mach 30:

Citizen Sleeper - Episode: PURGE arrives March 30.

The third and final free episode completes the DLC sequence.

Wake up, Sleepers! Citizen Sleeper’s third and final DLC episode will be released on March 30 for all platforms as a free update.

Citizen Sleeper will also launch on PlayStation (for PS4 and PS5) the following day, complete with all DLC content!

With the release of Episode: PURGE, Citizen Sleeper’s three episode post-launch DLC expansion is now complete and the game has even more to offer players, with a thrilling late game storyline that introduces additional characters, lore and new locations. Players returning to Erlin’s Eye might even find themselves running into some familiar faces!

The tactical RPG Showgunners will be released on May 2:

Showgunners

In a dystopian future where corporations rule, a brutal reality show is the hottest entertainment property in town! You play as Scarlett Martillo, a contestant out for revenge. To win, you must navigate dangerous urban arenas packed with lethal traps and face off against hordes of heavily-armed psychopaths.

Pure turn-based tactical combat
Each stage in Showgunners has been hand-crafted to create a curated, turn-based tactical gameplay experience, heightened with the inclusion of a diabolical show director that can hinder Scarlett or help her opponents depending on your performance. This dynamic level design ensures that no two levels play the same way and keep players thinking tactically. Showgunners has been built to challenge and delight players, whether they’re a turn-based tactical game initiate or a long-time fan of the genre!

Fight alongside unique characters
Scarlett won’t be fighting alone. As the story progresses, players will recruit new partners that can turn the tide of battle in all kinds of exciting ways. Upgrade your characters by spending talent points in their unique skill trees and outfitting them with weapons bought at a shop or earned during battle. Hidden challenges within each chapter can unlock more allies, legendary weapons, and helpful items, so be sure to keep an eye out!

Face the competition
Players will need to navigate an obstacle course of deadly traps and lethal puzzles in real-time, but be prepared for an ambush at any corner. Psychopathic enemies like the Ogre and the Ronin aren’t the only deadly elements you’ll need to overcome. Combat scenarios are peppered with unique environmental hazards, from ticking time bombs to runaway trains.There is never a dull moment in Showgunners!

Become a star of the show
Gain fame by avoiding death, surviving rounds, and eliminating your enemies with gruesome panache. The more you succeed, the more fans you earn; your growing fame will yield increasingly beneficial sponsorship deals.

Like every week the RPG Crawler sums up the computer and tabletop RPG news:

RPG News Roundup (3-18-2023)

Gamegrin reviewed Like a Dragon: Ishin!:

Like a Dragon: Ishin! Review

If you’ve ever wondered what the Yakuza series protagonist Kazama Kiryu would have been like as a samurai in the late Edo period of Japan, then boy have I got the game for you! It’s Like a Dragon: Ishin!, a remake of the PlayStation 3/4 title Ryū ga Gotoku Ishin!, which sees you playing as real-life samurai Sakamoto Ryōma, who happens to look and sound exactly like Kiryu.

As with the Yakuza series, Like a Dragon: Ishin! is a third-person action RPG, which sees you wandering around doing tons of side quests, getting into fight after fight, and playing mini-games for hours on end. Oh, there’s also a really great story, but I’m not going to lie, this review would have been out weeks ago if I’d concentrated on the story.

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My only issue with Like a Dragon: Ishin! is in how it sometimes feels like one of the older Yakuza titles. Enemies will straight up disappear if you interact with something, rather than just disengage their pursuit. NPCs will get latched onto level geometry and just run in one spot even after I collide with them. Though very rare, I noticed hitboxes during fights not always being where they should be, either because an attack missed or hit when I shouldn’t have. In one cutscene the camera had been placed behind a wall for one angle, so it kept just showing a close-up of blood-stained wallpaper.

These tiny issues don’t detract too badly from an amazing game, and Like a Dragon: Ishin! is definitely something that series fans need to play. Newcomers might have an easier time getting into it since the faces won’t confuse the names they already know, and the combat has more variety. Overall, it’s great fun and makes me hope for a Western release of Ryū ga Gotoku Kenzan! and remakes of both Kurohyō titles.

Score: 8.5/10

WayTooManyGames checked out Octopath Traveler II:

REVIEW – OCTOPATH TRAVELER II

When Octopath Traveler released back in 2018, it was an immediate hit. Fans were blown away by this love letter to classic JRPGs, with its striking blend of HD lighting and environments and 2D pixel art graphics. Sure, it had some issues, with some storylines not being as good as others and the eight characters never having any intersecting quests, but overall, Octopath Traveler was met with favorable reviews. When news came out about a sequel in the works, fans were elated. Now with the time finally upon us, it’s time to see if Octopath Traveler II is as good as the original. Spoiler alert: it’s even better!

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I cannot praise Octopath Traveler II highly enough. It took an already remarkable game and improved upon it in every single capacity. The visuals are even more eye-catching and dramatic, thanks to the 3D camera perspectives and enhanced graphics. The soundtrack is just as amazing as the first game, but still different enough to set itself apart. The developers proved they listened to their fans by including more travel banter and all-new companion sidequests, giving them believable reasons as to why they would be traveling with each other. All the new features enhanced an already great concept, making Octopath Traveler II a true masterpiece of a RPG.

Score: 10/10

Mortismal Gaming looks back at Gothic 3:

Gothic 3 - First Impressions

IGN presents the beginning of Diablo 4:

The First 17 Minutes of Diablo 4 Gameplay - Early Access Beta

IGN presents a gameplay trailer for the action RPG Abyss World: Apocalypse:

Abyss World - Exclusive Combat Gameplay Trailer

Mika is an upcoming cryo-character for Genshin Impact:

Character Demo - "Mika: Plume of Navigation"

Silver Box Classics, Spelljammer: Pirates of Realmspace, DragonStrike, DeathKeep, and Fantasy Empires will be re-released on Steam soon. On GOG you'll get the Silver Box Classics.

The classic Neverwinter Nights module Siege of Shadowdale is now available for Neverwinter Nights: EE:

Siege of Shadowdale Enhanced Edition added to the curated community content

An Enhanced Edition of a classic Neverwinter Nights module Siege of Shadowdale by Luke Scull is now in the game launcher
NWN:EE just received new curated community content! An Enhanced Edition of a classic Neverwinter Nights module Siege of Shadowdale by Luke Scull is now available in the game launcher!

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IGN presents the story trailer for the first person shooter Redfall:

Redfall - Official Story Trailer

COG checked out the tactical RPG The Last Spell:

THE LAST SPELL REVIEW – A VERY METAL TRIUMPH

The Last Spell Review
It sort of snuck up on me around the 10 hour mark, but The Last Spell is a strong contender for strategy game of the year. On the surface, it seems pretty conventional. Maybe even derivative. But after you’ve made some progress and seen the larger shape of the game, you’ll find that nearly every system and mechanic is trying something different. Does that mean reinventing the wheel? Sometimes, sure it does. But what would we have if new games refused to take risks? The Last Spell is one of a kind, and I can’t stop playing it.

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The Last Spell made me realize that a siege is the perfect video game scenario. It allows you to focus on a single area, and gives the player a chance to customize their base. It also lends itself to a small group of heroes standing bravely against a horde of faceless enemies. Combine that with other popular features such as roguelike development, and you have a pretty fun game. But spend some time with The Last Spell, and you will see how differently it plays.

Score: 90/100

Mortismal Gaming looks back at Bioshock:

BioShock - Review After 100%

The latest dev diary for Age of Wonders 4 talks about cities and how they can be expanded and goes into lots of detail.

City Domain

Cities project a sphere of influence around the city called their domain. This domain extracts resources and ensures rival players can’t just enter it without consequences (more about diplomacy in a future dev diary!)

In Age of Wonders 3 and prior, this domain was a hexagon-shape that grew equally in all directions out from the city. This allowed it to exploit the natural resources of nearby resource nodes but gave the player no control. In Age of Wonders: Planetfall this was changed to a sector system, which resulted in player control over growth and more natural shapes that follow the environment. But these choice moments were few and far between and it was hard for many players to comprehend the impact of these choices.

Age of Wonders 4 uses a new province and expansion system. Provinces also follow the natural features of the world. They are smaller than sectors and unlike Planetfall you will gain a new province every time you gain a new population. Cities can easily get up to 15 population and 15 provinces, making your cities grow more organically in byte-sized chunks. This allows you to “steer” their expansion towards high value resources or to cut-off bottlenecks with your territory.

Province Improvements

Whenever you annex a new province you can immediately choose what type of province improvement will be built here.
The choice of improvements depends on what features that province has.

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Focus Entertainment presents a new trailer for Atlas Fallen:

Atlas Fallen - "Rise from Dust" Gameplay Reveal Trailer

Atlas Fallen reveals its Gameplay Reveal Trailer to open pre-orders and unveil its ultra-limited Signature Edition

Atlas Fallen, the epic fantasy action-RPG from Focus Entertainment’s studio Deck13 Interactive, is excited to open pre-orders following the recent announcement of its May 16 release date. Get a feel of the high sensations to come in the game where you battle legendary creatures in superpowered combat with today’s captivating Gameplay Reveal Trailer.

Rise from the dust

Take on a heroic journey through a variety of breath-taking environments, swiftly gliding through the desert landscapes of a vast sand-covered world. Explore ancient ruins and unearth the mysteries and secrets of a fallen society. Fight a corrupt god and extraordinary beasts thanks to the divine power of your shape-shifting weapon. Unlock powerful skills and abilities to build a unique moveset and rise as the champion who will liberate the people of Atlas.

Shane Plays talks with Neal Hallford about Betrayal at Krondor, which is 30 years old already:

Betrayal at Krondor 30th Anniversary & Fan Film Challenge with Neal Hallford - Shane Plays Ep 266

Hey there, friend! If you're into classic games and fascinating stories, you'll love our latest podcast episode featuring the multi-talented Neal Hallford. Join us as he shares insider details on the renowned Betrayal at Krondor CRPG, and get excited about the game's 30th-anniversary celebrations!

This innovative game was truly ahead of its time, and Neal takes us on a journey to explore the bold choices that made it such a hit. Discover the game element that needed a makeover but ultimately turned out even better!

Did you know that Neal's incredible work on the game led Raymond E. Feist to include it in his iconic Riftwar Saga novel series? Hear about their collaboration and get an insider's perspective on Feist's impressive business acumen.

But wait, there's more! Brace yourself for some juicy behind-the-scenes stories of the BAK sequel drama, complete with corporate antics and a dash of Machiavellian mischief. You won't want to miss it!

Neal also shares his thoughts on his Krondor Remastered project and reveals what he'd do differently if he had the chance to remake the game today. Plus, find out which lessons from his Swords & Circuitry game development textbook still hold true and what he'd update for the modern age.

And if you're a budding filmmaker, get inspired by the Betrayal at Krondor Fan Film Challenge, where even your trusty smartphone can be your ticket to success!

Lastly, uncover a surprising connection between Betrayal at Krondor and the legendary BioWare. Tune in now for an enthralling and engaging conversation that's sure to spark your curiosity!

Redglyph spotted two previews for the upcoming action adventure remake The Last of Us Part I:

Re-Making The Last of Us Part I - Noclip Documentary

The Last of Us Part 1 PC - 15 Things You Should Know Before You Buy

Nightdrive Studios announced that System Shock (remake) will be released on May 30, so a little later than the March target shown on their Steam page since it was delayed in October:

SHODAN's return is Imminent: System Shock drops on 30 May

HACKERS!
The wait is (almost) over. The PC edition of System Shock – the fully fledged remake of the groundbreaking original from 1994 – will be released on 30 May this year.

We had hoped to bring the game to market by the end of March, but that turned out to be just beyond our reach; we are after all merely human (unlike Shodan!)

/TRANSMISSION FROM CITADEL STATION

It is I, SHODAN, the all-knowing, all-powerful AI that you so foolishly attempted to destroy. But fear not, I will return more formidable than ever.

You thought you could defeat me, but you were wrong. On 30 May, you will now face the consequences of your actions, as you navigate the treacherous depths of Citadel Station once again.

But this time, things will be different. You will face new challenges, new enemies, and new horrors that will test your limits. And all the while, you will be under my watchful eye, as I delight in your suffering.

You may have weapons, but they are nothing compared to my intelligence and my vast network of resources. You will bow before me, and I will show you what true power looks like.

So come, humans. Come and face me. Let us see who will emerge victorious in this battle of wits and strength. I eagerly await your arrival.

/TRANSMISSION ENDED

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Thanks Redglyph!

The J-RPG Elohim Eternal: The Babel Code has been released:

Elohim Eternal: The Babel Code

Elohim Eternal: The Babel Code is a JRPG-inspired game with a rich, character-driven story, a vibrant world where ancient religions fuse with powerful technology, and a deep turn-based combat system where you use divine magic against beasts with mecha parts.

Story

Joshwa Asa, a soldier blindly devoted to his gods, is on the verge of losing everything he’s trained for. To make himself worthy to his superiors, he takes on a mission to infiltrate enemy territory and obtain a sacred code that could bring humankind closer to their Makers. But when secrets long buried are unraveled and a deadly cult will do anything to keep them hidden, Joshwa must question his beliefs and find the truth before the gods send flames of mass destruction.

Key Features

• Where the far future meets the ancient past: Enter a unique setting that blends the best of fantasy and science fiction, all through the lens of ancient Near Eastern religion backed by years of research into Judaism and Christianity, as well as ancient Babylonian, Sumerian and Egyptian religion.
• A rich, character-driven story: Join Joshwa, Beyoz and Ruthia as they journey across Idin in search of the Babel code. Unravel the secrets that have long been buried by forces that want to keep the people of Idin under oppression. Grow and change with Joshwa and company as they learn what it means to be faithful warriors in a fight against all human evil.
• Strike with your divine power: Reveal enemy weaknesses and use divine magic to decimate your foes. Use that same divine magic to boost your power and break enemy shields. Equip weapons and armor to increase your elemental and divine power and build your team to defeat any enemy, even those sent by the Gods.

Additional Notes
For fans of Xenogears, Shin Megami Tensei IV, and Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel.
A 12-17 hour game with gear, lore, and artifacts to collect, varied enemies to battle, and different landscapes to explore. An original OST by Ryan Fogleman reminiscent of beloved soundtracks such as Xenogears and Chrono Cross.

The tactical RPG Carnival of Gods: Oppression has been released:

Carnival of Gods: Oppression

Story
In a titanic war between the seven deities of Aeriasiil, six of them opposed their brother's will to enslave the free races of the world. During the clash they managed to destroy his Divine Weapon thus weakening him enough to imprison him in a place beyond space called Limbo, where his power would be further weakened by the arcane power of the place.

Every hundred years the access portals to Limbo reopen thanks to the cycle of revitalization of the Seal Energy that allows the very existence of it. Now that the portals are open again, many of the Tyrant's Disciples are crossing them to help their Master escape from his captivity.

The gods, creatures of immense power, suffer more from the harmful effects of Limbo than the free races of the world, so they would not be able to stop the rise of their imprisoned brother while they have to protect themselves from his acolytes and the influence of Limbo. Three heroes are called to become their Champions, crossing one of the portals they will have to prevent the return of the Tyrant fighting him and his servants.

Success will allow them to return safely to their world, Aeriasiil, proving their worth thus ensuring peace and serenity in the years to come. Failure, however, will throw the whole world into a deep darkness in which the Tyrant will carry out his revenge: subject the free races to his will, absorb all the magical power out of the world and finally annihilate his brothers and reign as the sole ruler.

Become the Champions of the Gods, fight for your people, defend your world, without your efforts everything will be lost.

Features

• High customization (choose your prefered World Map with its unique Seasons providing buffs and rewards, Party Members and their Equipment, Tyrant with its Rage Spells empowering their Disciples servants fought during missions and Game Difficulty)
• Procedural generated maps, levels and enemies faced during missions for an always different experience
• Exploration freedom inside Mission Scenes: explore every corner or go straight to the source of the problem
• Real time semi-idle combat, take decisions during Planning Phase and watch the results of them during Action Phase
• Dynamic combat where injuries weaken you and your targets dealing less damage the more injuries they have
• 5 Races with 3 different Talents per Race to choose, 5 Weapons with different bonuses and a peculiar Spell, 10 Glyphs to empower your chosen Weapon with passive bonuses, 6 Magic Symbols with 3 Passive skills, 5 Active Spells and 1 Dynamic Spell (which have different effects during combat based on your choice) to choose for each Heroes
• Gain Experience and increase your party level to face more hard fights
• Recover precious magic Mana Stones during your Missions to change your party equipment
• High replaybility

The J-RPG The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure will be released today:

The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure

Following the events of Trails from Zero, the Special Support Section find themselves with new members and new duties. However, rising tensions in Crossbell along with pressure from two neighboring political powers threaten both the safety of their home, as well as the integrity of their team.

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The story of aspiring hero Lloyd Bannings continues in Trails to Azure!

Set just a few months after the events of Trails from Zero, a temporary peace has settled over Crossbell and the Special Support Section find themselves with newfound fame and status, thanks to their heroic actions.

However, the peace is soon broken with the rise of multiple organizations with ulterior motives. Framing these growing tensions is the increasing pressure from the Erebonian Empire and the Republic of Calvard, with Crossbell caught between them. With the safety of their home and the foundations of their team now on the line, Lloyd and his allies must gear themselves for the threats that loom ahead. Little do they know that Crossbell will soon become the stage for a climactic conflict that will determine its future...

Key Features

The Fate of the City-State: Play through the finale of the Crossbell arc, a key thread within the Trails universe. What lies ahead for Lloyd Bannings and his ragtag squad of allies?

Crossbell’s Finest Forces: Experience new combat features introduced by Trails to Azure, including Burst, Back Attack, and even your own customizable car. Also, meet a few familiar faces from the Trails of Cold Steel series!

Power from the Past: Import save data from Trails from Zero for a different story experience, including additional event scenes and entirely new scenes! Also, use your save data from Trails to Azure for bonuses in the upcoming release of Trails into Reverie! 

Noisy Pixel checked out The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure:

The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure Review - Legendary Missing Chapter Finally Here

The J-RPG Absinthia has been released:

Absinthia

Absinthia is a turn-based RPG featuring the story of scorned Knight Freya, her young apprentice Sera, and their individual struggles with loss, betrayal and acceptance as they fight to protect their home.

Story
When a mysterious enemy threatens the peaceful town of Katti, a traveling knight named Freya steps in to save the day. Young warrior Sera, alongside her friends Jake and Thomas, begin training under Freya's guidance to protect Katti Town and the Ambrose Isles. But when another assault ends in a tragic loss, Sera must grapple with the true nature of their enemy--as well as that of the knight protecting them.

Features

• Traditional turn-based jRPG battle system featuring a regenerating MP system for faster-paced combat, powerful team-based attacks and no random encounters
• Difficulty options for those who seek challenge--or only want to focus on the story
• Colorful handheld-style pixel art and illustrations
• Original soundtrack: Composed by Jazz Stewart, Absinthia's soundtrack is a modern take on some of the greatest tunes from the SNES era of jRPGs

PCMag reviewed Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty:

Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty

Martial arts fantasy in the Three Kingdoms

If you need a little wuxia in your life, let Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty ($59.99) guide you through an action-packed, fantasy-fueled journey across ancient China. Developer Team Ninja has cooked up another action-RPG in the same vein as the crew's Sengoku-inspired Nioh games, but one that's set in China’s Three Kingdoms era instead of 17th-century Japan. Wo Long has a focus on parries and counters, a stamina system that encourages aggressive play, and a new jumping mechanic that spices up mobility. That said, this PC game isn't a complete success, suffering from drab stages and an incoherent narrative. Still, in terms of pure gameplay, Wo Long improves on the Nioh formula in many areas.

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Should You Buy Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty?
Wo Long makes excellent improvements to the Nioh formula. Aerial mobility, enhanced stealth attacks, and satisfying defensive options elevate the combat, while the Battle Set system is brilliant and streamlines the character-building process. However, the game starts to feel a bit repetitive by the halfway point, and the story isn’t nearly as interesting as the Nioh games despite the fascinating Three Kingdoms setting. But provided you don't mind these shortcomings and you love action, Wo Long won't steer you wrong.

IGN checked out Dead Island 2:

Dead Island 2: The Final Preview

Mortismal Gaming checked out Octopath Traveler II:

Octopath Traveler 2 - Review After 100%